2000 Audi A6 vs. 2004 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2004 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (791 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 544 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2004 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2004 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | A6 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 791 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
